Pet Pals: Archer — shy on the outside, lovebug on the inside
Meet Archer, a lovable but shy mixed breed mutt. It may look like she needs time to warmup but once she does, you will have a friend for life. Head…
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UPGRADES: Butler Market Road and Wells Acres Road Roundabout to be Upgraded
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ News) — The Roundabout at Butler Market Road and Wells Acres intersection will be getting an upgrade. See the full press release…
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The Redmond Library Recognized in National Publications
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ News) — The Redmond Library is being recognized for its innovation and commitment to sustainability. See the…
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Short lived dry pattern, rain expected to return Sunday
(KTVZ, Bend Ore.) Since Thursday, September 4th Central Oregon has seen rain. Not all area got rain on all days, but rain did fall on one in one of…
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‘How much more am I going to have to advocate?’: Federal cuts threaten Oregon programs for deaf-blind students
(update: adding video, adding comments from Redmond mother, CODSN) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Some Oregon families are concerned after learning programs…
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Hayden Homes ranks #3 in Fortune’s 2025 “Best Workplaces in Construction” list
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hayden Homes just received a major national honor. It ranked #3 on Fortune Magazine’s 2025 Best…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon at 200% capacity after 79 dog seizures from neglect cases
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to a massive influx of seized dogs, including 46 poodles and 33 Toy Australian Shepherds, the Humane…
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Furry Friends: Bro, Sol, and Soshi are a dynamic trio
This week we have a trio of cats named Soshi, Sol, and Bro. Soshi and Sol are six, meanwhile Bro is about nine and some would say he’s a bit of a…
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Save the Date: Bend’s SURFEST takes place this weekend along with other free events across Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from the return of Bend’s SURFEST…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, September 12th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, September 12th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Briefly warmer and drier pattern heading into the weekend
Bend, OR (KTVZ) -The system that brought fall-like weather this last week has exited the region and a new system is moving in. A ridge of high…
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Janelle Bynum and lawmakers from CA & OR introduce new wildfire legislation
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)– Oregon Congresswoman Janelle Bynum, along with other lawmakers from California and Oregon, aimed at giving wildfire victims…
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KTVZ Anchors Reflect on Covering 9/11 in Real Time
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ) The September 11th attacks forever changed America — and for two KTVZ broadcasters, the memories of that morning remain…
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Problem Solvers: Longstanding Bend homeless camp highlights clash between addiction, enforcement, and compassion
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A long-standing homeless camp at Second Street and DeKalb Avenue continues to spark frustration among…
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Bend Fire and Bend Heroes Foundation commemorate those lost during the 9/11 terrorist attacks
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — To honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Bend Fire and the Bend Heroes Foundation placed 35 flags at…
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Semi-truck driver cited after taking a right turn and hitting a woman on her e-bike
The woman was taken to St.Charles with minor injuries. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police say a woman riding her bike on Greenwood Avenue suffered…
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Manhunt underway after conservative activist Charlie Kirk shot dead on Utah campus
The shooter who killed prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk remains at large, after what police called a “targeted attack” on a Utah…
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Out & About: Don’t miss these beautiful Summer landscapes as we near Fall
Central Oregon is a gorgeous place, and we have the proof. Check out some beautiful landscapes on the High Desert, as we near Fall and exit Summer.…
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Multi-generational Oregon family business opens in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A multi-generational family business has made its way to Bend. The Portland-based luxury home appliance company, Basco…
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DCSO releases results of “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office participated in a national campaign over the Labor Day weekend, addressing…
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